Fordongianus facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Fordongianus Fordongianis
Comune
Comune di Fordongianus
Ancient Roman thermae
Country	Italy
Region	Sardinia
Province	Province of Oristano (OR)
Area
• Total	39.4 km2 (15.2 sq mi)
Population  (Dec. 2004)
• Total	1,037
• Density	26.32/km2 (68.17/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Fordongianesi Fordongianesus
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	09083
Dialing code	0783

Fordongianus (called Fordongianis in Sardinian) is a small town, also known as a comune or municipality, in the Province of Oristano in the Italian region of Sardinia. It's located about 90 kilometers (56 miles) northwest of Cagliari and about 25 kilometers (16 miles) northeast of Oristano. As of December 2004, about 1,037 people lived there, and the town covers an area of 39.4 square kilometers (15.2 square miles).

Fordongianus shares its borders with several other towns: Allai, Busachi, Ghilarza, Ollastra, Paulilatino, Siapiccia, and Villanova Truschedu.

History of Fordongianus

In ancient times, Fordongianus was known as Forum Trajani. This name was given to honor the Roman emperor Trajan. Many people believe Emperor Trajan was responsible for building the amazing Roman ruins you can still see there today.

Ancient Roman Buildings

The Roman remains in Fordongianus are quite impressive. They include parts of an old bridge and large, beautiful thermae, which were public bathhouses. These bathhouses were very grand and showed how important the town was in Roman times.

Location and Importance

Fordongianus is mentioned in old travel guides from the Roman Empire, like the Antonine Itinerary. These guides show that it was an important stop on the road that crossed the island of Sardinia. The town is located on the left bank of the Tirsi River, which was known as the Thyrsus River in ancient times. This river location was likely important for trade and travel.

Images for kids

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  Thermae of Forum Traiani

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  Roman amphitheatre

See also

In Spanish: Fordongianus para niños